After two months in Argentina, I finally made it to Ushuaia, and the town quickly became my favorite destination in the country. Here’s a list of my top things to do in Ushuaia, some of which I did, and some of which are on my bucket list for when I return.
San Telmo is one of the oldest of the 48 neighborhoods (barrios) in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and one of the most interesting to explore. Vanesa and I only spent the better part of an afternoon there, but we found some really interesting things, especially considering she’s from Buenos Aires but had never really explored the neighborhood herself growing up.
Hidden not two streets away from the central square is the best hotel in Cordoba, Argentina. Not only will you find total comfort with all the amenities, you’ll also find some of the best food in the country, and one of the most unique spas in the world. They claim there are only five similar spas worldwide, and I believe them.
I completely fell in love with Lapa dos Dinheiros, one of the five mountain villages in the heart of the Serra da Estrela Natural Park of Portugal. It’s a very small village, but with some surprising gems, and, of course, surrounded by the beauty of central Portugal.
If you’re visiting Scotland, you definitely need to include a 5-day Highland tour as part of your itinerary…if you have the time. While you could rent a car and make your own tour, traveling with a tour company such as Haggis Adventures is a great choice for several reasons.